Pretty Little Fears
2018 single by 6lack featuring J. Cole
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"Pretty Little Fears" is a song by American singer 6lack, released on September 13, 2018 the third single from his second studio album East Atlanta Love Letter, which was released hours later on the same day.[1] It features American rapper J. Cole and was produced by T-Minus and Yakob.
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| Single by 6lack featuring J. Cole | ||||
| from the album East Atlanta Love Letter | ||||
| Released | September 13, 2018 | |||
| Genre | Alternative R&B | |||
| Length | 4:00 | |||
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Content
The song centers on the artists attempting to communicate effectively with their respective partners[2] and also deals with the importance of being honest with one's significant other.[3] 6lack opens the song confronting his girlfriend about their failed relationship, while J. Cole discusses how his relationship has allowed him to mature and be successful in life despite his past mistakes.[4]
Critical reception
Music critics have praised J. Cole's feature. Luke Fox of Exclaim! stated "J. Cole caps off the fragile 'Pretty Little Fears' with a smooth and smart personal verse."[5] Daniel Spielberger of HipHopDX wrote that the song "proves why J. Cole is one of Hip Hop's most skilled lyricists with verses like: 'You plant a seed to grow some roots, a branch and leaves, Becomes a tree of life until our nights are filled, With peace from stress and strife, And that's the blessing that I get from wifing you.'"[6]
Music video
Live performances
6lack performed the song on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on January 23, 2019.[9]
Charts
| Chart (2018) | Peak position |
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| Canada Hot 100 (Billboard)[10] | 65 |
| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[11] | 13 |
| UK Singles (OCC)[12] | 86 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[13] | 76 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[14] | 35 |
Certifications
| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
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| Canada (Music Canada)[15] | 2× Platinum | 160,000‡ |
| New Zealand (RMNZ)[16] | Platinum | 30,000‡ |
| United Kingdom (BPI)[17] | Silver | 200,000‡ |
| United States (RIAA)[18] | 2× Platinum | 2,000,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||